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DeepSeek
深度求索
DeepSeek is a Chinese artificial intelligence company founded by Liang Wenfeng. Its low-cost AI model was developed with significantly fewer computing resources than those of bigger US tech firms like OpenAI and Meta.
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People try out DeepSeek’s AI model in the Wensan Digital Life Block in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province in 2025. Photo: Xinhua
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Huawei chips refine DeepSeek model in leap for China’s AI self-reliance

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More US firms turn to China’s DeepSeek over pricey Silicon Valley AI

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Hong Kong unveils HKGAI-V3 model built on domestic tech and DeepSeek V4

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Guo Yike, provost of HKUST and director of HKGAI, delivers remarks at the launch event on Wednesday. Photo: Dickson Lee
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DeepSeek V4 Pro tops global bang-for-buck ranking after 75% price cut

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House foreign affairs chair warns AI sales to China could make America a ‘loser’

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US House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast has warned against letting American AI companies chase business in China. Photo: Shutterstock
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DeepSeek adds former Jane Street engineer to harness team amid agentic AI push

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Job postings have suggested that the harness team would be a core unit within DeepSeek. Photo: Shutterstock
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